Penne Melanzana1 small eggplant chopped1 zucchini chopped1 small onion chopped3 cloves mince garlic1 14oz can of fire roasted tomatoes1 14oz can of tomato sauces/p1 tsp basil1 tsp garlic powder1/4-1/2 tsp red pepper flakes10oz cooked penneShredded Italian cheeseCook pasta according to pkg instructions. In a large pan cook eggplant , zucchini and onion until soft. Remove from pan and brown ground meat until cooked through. Add veggies back into the pan with the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce and spices. Cook until heated through remove from heat. Add pasta & 1 cup of cheese to pan and combine well. Place mixture in prepared pan, cover with remaining cheese. Cover with foil and bake in a 375 oven for 35 minutes. Thank you so much for visiting! Leave me a comment down below and let me know if you try any of these recipes, I'd love to know what you think!

Hello Michele! Yes, I am an Italian girl who married an Irish Jersey boy! We lived in Jersey for about 6 years before moving to VA. There is NOTHING like the cheese steaks and pizza in Jersey or the Italian markets! Thank you so much for visiting!

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Hello Friends!I'm Mickey and I love all things organized! I am a mother of 4,wife, preschool teacher, organizing junkie, foodie, craft queen and make-up geek! Home is my very favorite place to be, whether it's in the kitchen cooking, craft room creating, or living room decorating. No matter where this life's journey leads, I know it will always lead me HOME!